Storm Thursday causes damage in Saratoga Springs, police say

There are reports of downed trees and power lines, police said, along with power outages and flooding in various parts of the city.

Police said National Grid crews, DPW employees, firefighters and members of law enforcement are responding to multiple locations Thursday night.

Police are asking people to avoid any unnecessary travel on the roads. Anyone who has to travel on the streets in the city should use caution, police said, as they may encounter first responders, flooded roadways, downed trees and power lines.